Kerosene is a hydrocarbon oil that is commonly used as fuel in lamps, cookers and heaters. Kerosene can be safely stored for years in any sealed container that does not leak. For home storage, kerosene is commonly stored in 5- to 55-gallon plastic barrels. The barrels should be blue in color to indicate that kerosene is being stored in these barrels. Kerosene storage barrels do not need to be routinely cleaned; however, they must be cleaned if you are storing a different liquid in the barrel. Kerosene must be disposed of properly and not dumped down a home or storm drain. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Remove any remaining kerosene from the plastic bucket. Kerosene can be placed in plastic milk or juice jugs. Dispose of the jugs properly.
2. Fill the plastic barrel with warm water and 2 tbsp. of liquid dishwashing detergent formulated to treat oil per gallon of water. Allow the oil and soap to sit in the plastic barrel for 30 to 60 minutes.
3. Drain the water into disposable plastic containers, such as milk or juice jugs. The mixture should not be disposed of down a sink or storm drain.
4. Liberally sprinkle an oil-absorbing powder, such as baby powder or cornstarch, along the bottom and sides of the plastic barrel. This will help absorb any remaining oil.
5. Fill a bucket with warm water. Dip a cloth or rag in the water and rub to remove the remaining oil, powder and soap residue.
6. Allow the plastic barrel to air dry.
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